Press Releases


Jul 25

Documentary Shows How Great Lakes Aircraft Carriers Win the War Against Japan - Free Admission for Vets and Active Duty

Toledo: The National Museum of the Great Lakes announced today the screening of the Ohio premier of Heroes On Deck, a documentary film exploring the critical role two Great Lakes aircraft carriers played in winning WWII. The screening will take ...

Posted By: Christopher H. Gillcrist | Category: Community Interest



Jul 25

LHS Names Vice President of Post-Acute Services

Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the appointment of Denise Gannon as Vice President of Post-Acute Services. In this position, Ms. Gannon will be responsible for the organization’s skilled nursing, long-term-care, assisted living, home ...

Posted By: Kari Bucher | Category: Business



Jul 25

Theatre Production Workshop Camp for Kids 2016

Calling all child actors, singers, and dancers (ages 10-17): Do you have what it takes to put on a show in a matter of less than 2 weeks? Are you a star on the stage? Are you ready to make tons of new friends? Well, do we have something for ...

Posted By: Jennifer Z. | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 21

Red Bird Summer Social – Explore Art, Celebrate Community

Creative community energy is in Downtown Sylvania and the Red Bird Arts District is excited to host another First Friday Art Walk on August 5th, 2016. Wander among 25+ businesses throughout the arts district including fine art galleries, distinctive ...

Posted By: Jennifer Archer | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 21

Autism Society of Northwest Ohio Family Fun Night

The Autism Society of Northwest Ohio is hosting a Family Fun Night at Sky Zone Toledo. Enjoy trampoline jumping for jumpers of any age. The music will be turned off, the lights will be dimmed, and hand-towels will be offered in lieu of hand ...

Posted By: Kristy Rothe | Category: Community Interest



Jul 19

City of Toledo and Lucas County Pledge to Support Pollinators

TOLEDO, Ohio — It has been said, if nothing ever changed there would be no butterflies. Thankfully for the beautiful and beneficial silent flyers, more change is a-coming. The city of Toledo and Lucas County will hold a joint press conference ...

Posted By: Shayla Moriarty | Category: Community Interest



Jul 19

Paranormal Toledo Location Mapping Contest

The Paranormal Toledo Meetup group is sponsoring a one month contest to map as many paranormal locations as possible in Northwest Ohio and South East Michigan. The contest kicks off on July 20th! It runs through midnight on August 20th. More ...

Posted By: Jeff Miller | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 19

FIRST ANNUAL FINNFEST TO BENEFIT JASON FINN

TOLEDO, OHIO—On Thursday, August 4, participate in the 1st Annual FinnFest at Handmade Toledo (1717 Adams Street) in honor of Jason Finn, a local man living with paralysis. From 6 to 10 p.m., enjoy drinks, live music, auctions and raffles. ...

Posted By: Jason Finn | Category: Events



Jul 19

23rd Annual Library Village Garage Sale

23rd Annual Library Village Garage Sale to be held Saturday, August 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no rain date and admission is free. Library Village is the area bound by Lewis Avenue, Eleanor Avenue, Sylvania Avenue and Jackman Road. More than ...

Posted By: Ethel Kunkel | Category: Community Interest



Jul 19

Maumee Valley Country Day Early Learning Center Explore Day

Spend a morning in the Early Learning Center at Maumee Valley Country Day School and learn why our preschool was voted #1 by Toledo parents! Thursday, August 11th | 10:00-11:00am Join us for a morning in the Maumee Valley Country Day School Early ...

Posted By: Melissa Kuhl | Category: Education



Jul 17

The Toledo Area Humane Society to Hold First Annual Ice Cream Social

The Toledo Area Humane Society will be hosting its First Annual Ice Cream Social at the new shelter located at 827 Illinois Avenue in Maumee. Cold Stone Creamery will be providing delicious treats as TAHS celebrates their first anniversary at their ...

Posted By: Jessica LaValley | Category: Community Interest



Jul 17

Rotary Club of Waterville presents Blues, Brews & Brats

Join the fun on July 30th in Downtown Waterville as the 2nd Annual Blues, Brews & Brats festival! L'il Ed & The Blues Imperials, Johnny Rawls, The Good, The Bad & The Blue perform. A great selection of craft beers will be available. ...

Posted By: Kris Berger Long | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 17

2016 T-Town Dash

Discover Downtown with EPIC Toledo during the 2016 T-Town Dash! T-Town Dash is the perfect event for summer interns, those that are new to the area and those that want to re-discover Downtown Toledo. Join us for a friendly competition and a chance ...

Posted By: Sara Swisher | Category: Events



Jul 17

KIDSPACE Science Studio

Don’t miss our weekly activity in the Little KIDSPACE Science Studio. A trained team member will read an exciting, interactive story to your child, and then everyone gets a chance to complete a fun activity to take home and display proudly. ...

Posted By: Sara Jones | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 17

Sip 'N' Sew Class in July

Our first sewing class was a success! Thank you for everyone who participated. Next class will be held on July 19th. The class is $45 per person that includes all the material, sewing machines, and instructors. When you pay for the class to secure ...

Posted By: Jonelle Massey | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 17

Art Supply Depo Opens 2nd Location in Bowling Green Aug. 19

The Art Supply Depo, Northwest Ohio's premier source for art supplies, announces the opening of a second location in Bowling Green. The new store will celebrate a grand opening on August 19 at the newly renovated location at 435 E. Wooster St. Fully ...

Posted By: Art Supply Depo | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 17

Beach Pawty: A Dog Evening at Olander Park

The Citizens for Olander are Proud to Present: Beach Pawty – A Dog-Friendly Event at Olander Park Please join us for a Dog Evening on Thursday, July 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for $20/Dog Family. The Beach Pawty event is designed to give you and ...

Posted By: Steve Atkinson | Category: Events



Jul 17

Imagination Station Nerdy Derby

Nerdy Derby Saturday, July 30 & Sunday July 31 The most important rule…there are no rules! Don’t miss this two-day event at Imagination Station. We’re taking racing to a whole new level. Create a car to race down the hills and ...

Posted By: Sara Jones | Category: Education



Jul 17

Scavenger Hunt & Festival "CF Break-a-thon"

The 11th annual CF Break-a-thon Scavenger Hunt and Festival hosted by Temperance ATA Martial Arts will be held on Saturday, July 16th at 8948 Lewis Ave, Temperance, MI 48182.. The event is a non-profit fundraiser to help find a cure for Cystic ...

Posted By: Mary Jo Feldkamp | Category: Events



Jul 15

Packo’s Celebrates National Hot Dog Week with 10¢ Hot Dogs

Happy National Hot Dog Week from Tony Packo’s®! From July 18th through July 21st Toledo’s iconic hot dog eatery will be offering their famous hot dogs for ten cents at all five Packo’s restaurant locations to celebrate National ...

Posted By: Scott Radel | Category: Events



Jul 11

Jutta-Annette Page Honored by Glass Art Society

TOLEDO, Ohio – Jutta-Annette Page received the 2016 Lifetime Membership Award from the Glass Art Society during opening ceremonies at the organization’s international conference held recently in Corning, New York. The award honors ...

Posted By: Teri Sharp | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 11

Toledo Museum of Art Names Halona Norton-Westbrook Director of Collections

TOLEDO, Ohio – The Toledo Museum of Art has named associate curator of contemporary art Halona Norton-Westbrook to the newly created position of director of collections. In this role Norton-Westbrook is responsible for overseeing the ...

Posted By: Teri Sharp | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 11

7th Annual Jason Zogaib Memorial 5K Run/Walk

http://www.mulemuscle.org/ http://mulemusclecom.ipower.com/store/page2.html https://www.facebook.com/JasonZogaibMemorialRace/Press Release Contact Name: Jim Press Release Contact Email: [email protected] Organization Name: Charity

Posted By: Jim | Category: Health



Jul 11

Tinkering Space Activity: Playing with Light

Inside the IDEA Lab at Imagination Station, there is a tinkering space, located at the front of the learning world, which features monthly activities that are open to the public and included with admission. You can stop by for a few minutes or a few ...

Posted By: Emily Helm | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 11

Volunteers Needed--Chip in for Food

SeaGate Food bank is looking for volunteers from 8am to 4pm to work at golf courses in the Toledo and the surrounding area on Saturday, August 20th as part of SeaGate Food Bank’s 2016 “Chip in for Food” fundraiser. Help is needed ...

Posted By: Angi LaGreca | Category: Community Interest



Jul 11

Chip in for Food

Attention golfers! Saturday, August 20th is your chance to support SeaGate Food Bank and win valuable prizes. The 1st Annual Chip in for Food Challenge is happening all day long at these great Toledo area golf courses: Chippewa, Detwiler, Eagles ...

Posted By: Angi LaGreca | Category: Events



Jul 11

Hope United Methodist Church Offers Marketplace 29 A.D. VBS

Contact: Hope United Methodist Church Toledo, Ohio: A summer family event called “MARKETPLACE 29 A.D.” will be hosted at Hope United Methodist Church, 4069 W. Sylvania Avenue, from July 24 – 27, 2016. “Marketplace 29 ...

Posted By: Marilyn Waite | Category: Other



Jul 11

Science in Motion

Science in Motion Wednesdays, July 13 – August 31 10:15am * With the exception of Wednesday, August 3. Free with admission or the purchase of a membership. Registration is required Age Range: For kids ages 2 – 5 Join us for science, ...

Posted By: Sara Jones | Category: Community Interest



Jul 06

August Events at the Toledo Zoo

TOLEDO, Ohio — Soak up the sunshine and summer fun at the Toledo Zoo!Through Friday, August 19 Summer Safari Camps sponsored by McDonald’sGo wild this summer vacation at the Toledo Zoo with Summer Safari ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jul 05

UT Department of Music to Add New Jewel to its Crown with Glass City Singers Auditions – September 9

The University of Toledo Department of Music will hold auditions September 9 for a brand new singing group, The Glass City Singers. The group is a new choral ensemble coming to Toledo in September 2016. This group will be made up of young singers ...

Posted By: Brad Pierson | Category: Arts and Entertainment